Pampa de Mejillones 001
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1999 · Argentina
Key Takeaway
Pampa de Mejillones 001 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 635.0 g.
635.0 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 54636 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 635.0 g (22.4 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Coordinates | 23.15639S, 70.47458W |
| Country | Argentina |
Location
Mass Context
"635.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Pampa de Mejillones 001?
Pampa de Mejillones 001 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Pampa de Mejillones 001 meteorite weigh?
The Pampa de Mejillones 001 meteorite has a mass of 635.0 g (22.4 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Pampa de Mejillones 001 meteorite found?
The Pampa de Mejillones 001 meteorite was found in Argentina in 1999.
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